The Ocean Race 2027 promises the ultimate test The Ocean Race 2027 promises the ultimate test A mammoth opening leg from Alicante to Auckland will be the longest in race history With less than a year until the start of The Ocean Race 2027, the world's top fully-crewed offshore sailing competition confirms a record-breaking opening leg that will take crews halfway around the world. by The Ocean Race Posted 22 Jan 08:01 GMT GLOBE40 Leg 4 Update: Two leaders neck & neck GLOBE40 Leg 4 Update: Two leaders neck & neck A final twist 300 miles from the Valparaiso finish line With less than 300 miles to go to the finish in Valparaiso, the GLOBE40 seems poised to deliver a final twist in this fourth leg, a scenario only it seems to have in store. by Sirius Events Posted 22 Jan 05:08 GMT ILCA Under 21 World Championships 2026 day 3 ILCA Under 21 World Championships 2026 day 3 Qualifying Series Complete in Lanzarote Slovenia's Luka Zabukovec has moved into the overall lead in ILCA 7, while Ginevra Caracciolo continues to assert her authority in the women's fleet at the end of the qualifying series, which gives way to the finals starting tomorrow. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 21 Jan 22:41 GMT Welsh Young Sailor of the Year Welsh Young Sailor of the Year Merle Nieuwland is a world championship gold medallist from Cardiff Bay YC World championship gold medallist Merle Nieuwland from Cardiff Bay Yacht Club has been named Welsh Young Sailor of the Year. Merle claimed victory with helm Sabine Potter in the 420 female class at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships. by RYA Cymru Wales Posted 21 Jan 18:27 GMT Britain's Youth America's Cup Team selection opens Britain's Youth America's Cup Team selection opens Applications for their Youth Squad set to compete in the Youth America's Cup in Naples in 2027 Athena Pathway Programme (APP) has opened applications for their Youth Squad set to compete in the Youth America's Cup in Naples in 2027. by Athena Pathway Posted 21 Jan 17:04 GMT America's Cup Partnership formally initiated America's Cup Partnership formally initiated During the Teams Presentation for the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup in Naples, Italy In the grand hall of the Palazzo Reale in Naples, before the key governmental and regional architects of bringing the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup to Italy, the world's media were present to witness the unveiling of the America's Cup Partnership. by America's Cup media Posted 21 Jan 15:45 GMT The Ocean Race: Auckland is first stop in 2027 The Ocean Race: Auckland is first stop in 2027 The 14,000 nautical mile passage will be part of the toughest test of a team in sport With one year to go, The Ocean Race 2027 is set to deliver the ultimate test in offshore sailing with a monster of an opening leg from Alicante to Auckland – the longest in race history. by Auckland Unlimited Posted 21 Jan 15:01 GMT Sting in the tail for Sodebo Ultim 3 Sting in the tail for Sodebo Ultim 3 As they close in on the Jules Verne Trophy record After 36 days and 17 hours at sea, Thomas Coville and his team have just 2,000nm to go on their Jules Verne Trophy record attempt, but the conditions ahead they have to face are the strongest winds and the biggest seas of their entire circumnavigation. by Mark Jardine / Team Sodebo Posted 21 Jan 14:05 GMT Melges 15 class builds momentum in the UK Melges 15 class builds momentum in the UK It is set to be an exciting 2026 for GP Watercraft It is set to be an exciting 2026 for GP Watercraft, and especially the Melges 15 class. by GP Watercraft Posted 21 Jan 12:00 GMT Great offers from Sunsail this January Great offers from Sunsail this January Start the new year looking ahead to glorious sunshine and clear blue seas! Start the new year looking ahead to glorious sunshine and clear blue seas with special offers from Sunsail by Sarah Heron Posted 21 Jan 12:00 GMT America's Cup: Match dates announced America's Cup: Match dates announced The 38th America's Cup Match will begin on July 10, 2027 from Naples. The 38th America's Cup Match will begin on July 10, 2027 from Naples, and is expected to conclude by the following weekend. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ Posted 21 Jan 11:18 GMT Britain's America's Cup Team unveils GB1 identity Britain's America's Cup Team unveils GB1 identity And confirms Dylan Fletcher as 38th America's Cup Helm Britain's America's Cup Team, representing the Challenger of Record, Royal Yacht Squadron Racing Ltd, has unveiled GB1. The bold new team name and identity signals a new era of British racing on the world's most demanding sailing stage. by GB1 Posted 21 Jan 09:20 GMT Emirates renews backing of ETNZ Emirates renews backing of ETNZ A more than two-decade-long partnership with the New Zealand America's Cup team Emirates has renewed its more than two-decade-long partnership as naming sponsor of the Defender of the America's Cup, Emirates Team New Zealand, extending one of the longest-standing and most iconic sponsorships in international sailing. by Emirates Team New Zealand Posted 21 Jan 07:03 GMT 505, OK & 470 Australian Nationals Days 1 & 2 505, OK & 470 Australian Nationals Days 1 & 2 A couple of SailGP sailors could not resist the temptation to wriggle into their trapeze harnesses Fremantle SC has organised a joint Australian National Championship for three classes including the 5o5, OK Dinghy and 470 at a renowned first class sailing venue on the Indian Ocean coast of West Australia. by Jonny Fullerton of Regatta Services Posted 21 Jan 04:55 GMT ASV-Berlin statement concerning Walross 4 ASV-Berlin statement concerning Walross 4 Sadly, the RORC Transatlantic Race crew member has passed away As reported yesterday, a serious accident occurred aboard the ASV-Berlin Club yacht, WALROSS 4, participating in the Royal Ocean Racing Club's Transatlantic Race from Lanzarote to Antigua. Sadly, the crew member has passed away. by RORC Posted 21 Jan 00:18 GMT Kieler Woche boosts top regatta program for 2026 Kieler Woche boosts top regatta program for 2026 Olympic classes will once again form a single unit in the first half of the week Kieler Woche connects, according to the motto of the 2026 sailing and summer festival, both on the regatta courses off Schilksee and at the event venues on land. by Kieler Woche Posted 20 Jan 22:25 GMT ILCA Under 21 World Championships 2026 day 2 ILCA Under 21 World Championships 2026 day 2 Battling the shifts on a demanding day in Lanzarote Unpredictable, shifty and at times frustrating, the conditions on Day 2 of the 2026 ILCA Under-21 World Championships in Lanzarote delivered a true test of adaptability. With the wind refusing to settle, sailors were pushed to their limits. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 20 Jan 22:24 GMT RS Games 2026 entries open RS Games 2026 entries open 14 nations, 100+ sailors sign up in first 48 hours The countdown begins! Entries for the RS Games 2026 are officially open and the response from the global RS community has been nothing short of spectacular. by RS Marine Group Posted 20 Jan 15:24 GMT Datchet Water SC 50th Anniversary preview Datchet Water SC 50th Anniversary preview Also introducing the Winter Warm Up month in February Datchet Water Sailing Club celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026 and although a time for celebration the club are also using the milestone to evaluate the offering to all members and potential members, as sailing as a sport continues to change. by Hilly King Posted 20 Jan 14:22 GMT GWA Wingfoil World Cup Düsseldorf concludes GWA Wingfoil World Cup Düsseldorf concludes Indoor event lights up new wingfoil season Spain's Nia Suardiaz and Ancor Sosa grabbed wins at the novel indoor wingfoil World Cup in thrilling action at Boot Düsseldorf, the world's largest boat show which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors. by Ian MacKinnon Posted 20 Jan 13:24 GMT Palanad 4 blasts home in RORC Transatlantic Race Palanad 4 blasts home in RORC Transatlantic Race Mach 50, skippered by Antoine Magre, sets a powerful reference point for the IRC fleet The Mach 50, skippered by Antoine Magre, blasted across the finish line at over 20 knots of boat speed, bringing an intense transatlantic race to a spectacular conclusion and setting a powerful reference point for the IRC fleet still at sea. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 20 Jan 13:04 GMT Generation JOG x Henri-Lloyd Generation JOG x Henri-Lloyd For the Journey and the Destination The Junior Offshore Group, more commonly known as JOG, is a thriving and growing community of racing sailors who love what they do. Most importantly, they are attracting younger sailors to the sport, with 36% of their membership now under 30. by Mark Jardine Posted 20 Jan 12:00 GMT P&B Seeks Apprentice P&B Seeks Apprentice Varied Role Across Sail Making and Operations Northampton-based P&B is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated apprentice to join its growing business. This position offers the opportunity to develop multiple skills across sail making, customer service, and business operations. by P&B Posted 20 Jan 10:30 GMT PrimaLoft - Essential insulation from Musto PrimaLoft - Essential insulation from Musto Stay warm, dry and comfortable this winter Stay warm, dry and comfortable this winter with PrimaLoft insulated jackets. From body mapping technology to waterpoof outer layers, these styles are made for blustery days by the coast. by Musto Posted 20 Jan 09:00 GMT 52 Super Series announces new clothing partner 52 Super Series announces new clothing partner Signing a new partnership agreement with Zhik The 52 SUPER SERIES have signed a new partnership agreement with leading global high performance technical clothing brand Zhik which will see the company become official supplier of technical clothing. by 52 Super Series Posted 20 Jan 05:58 GMT SailGP: Umpires view of the Kiwi collision SailGP: Umpires view of the Kiwi collision Sail-World has obtained a video from the UmpApp used to determine fault in the spectacular collision Sail-World has obtained a video from the UmpApp used to determine fault in the spectacular collision between Black Foils (NZL) and the Switzerland SailGP Team. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World.com/nz Posted 20 Jan 04:33 GMT Emergency incident on board Walross 4 Emergency incident on board Walross 4 Serious incident aboard the Nissen 56 yacht during the RORC Transatlantic Race On Monday 19 January 2026, the Race Committee of the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) was notified of a serious incident involving a crew member on board the Nissen 56 yacht Walross 4, which is competing in the RORC Transatlantic Race. by RORC Posted 19 Jan 23:52 GMT Eastern Region Topper Traveller at Hunts Eastern Region Topper Traveller at Hunts A fantastic turnout of 19 sailors in the 5.3 class and 7 in the 4.2 class The first round of the 2025-26 Eastern Topper Traveller series was held at Hunts Sailing Club on 7th September 2025. There was a fantastic turnout of 19 sailors in the 5.3 class and 7 in the 4.2 class. by Nate Sparrow Posted 19 Jan 22:56 GMT Solway YC's Prize-giving party for 2025 Solway YC's Prize-giving party for 2025 Along with the Kippford RNLI's fund-raising lunch As is now customary, the Club held its annual mid-winter party, celebrating everyone who had participated on and off the water during the previous year, whether dinghy racing, safety boats, cruising in bigger boats, or just helping the Club. by Ian Purkis Posted 19 Jan 22:26 GMT ILCA Under 21 World Championships 2026 day 1 ILCA Under 21 World Championships 2026 day 1 Wind, rain and tight racing mark opening day in Lanzarote Strong offshore winds and rain showers set the tone on Day 1 of the ILCA Under-21 World Championships. Two races were completed across all fleets, with reigning champions and rising stars seizing early leads in a challenging and tactical opening. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 19 Jan 20:23 GMT Chichester YC 2026 Snowflake Series day 2 Chichester YC 2026 Snowflake Series day 2 Shifts reward those who adapt early Grey skies, mild temperatures and a light north-easterly F3 breeze set the scene for Races 3 and 4 of the Snowflake Series. Although conditions were gentle, both fleets produced competitive, disciplined racing. by Mark Green Posted 19 Jan 19:29 GMT World Sailing Championships 2027 Test Event NoR World Sailing Championships 2027 Test Event NoR Notice of Race published ahead of event in Gdynia World Sailing has officially published the Notice of Race for the test event for the 2027 World Sailing Championships in Gdynia. by World Sailing Posted 19 Jan 18:02 GMT Melges 24 North American set for January showdown Melges 24 North American set for January showdown The Bacardi Winter Series will feature teams representing five different countries The Melges 24 fleet will open the 2026 racing calendar in championship fashion as nearly 30 teams converge for the 2025 Melges 24 North American Championship, hosted in conjunction with Bacardi Winter Series Event No. 1. by International Melges 24 Class Association Posted 19 Jan 17:03 GMT Bembridge Illusion Prince Philip Cup 2026 Bembridge Illusion Prince Philip Cup 2026 20 skippers won't let road closures stop them Given the road closure opposite the Pilot Boat, to have a total of twenty Illusions racing for this season's Prince Philip Cup was pretty amazing. by Mike Samuelson Posted 19 Jan 16:19 GMT Genova becomes a hub for ocean action Genova becomes a hub for ocean action As The Ocean Race brings a week of inspiring events to Italy The Ocean Race is transforming Genova into a centre of ocean action the week of 26-30 January with three major Ocean Health activities designed to inform, inspire and mobilise the next generation. by The Ocean Race Posted 19 Jan 15:40 GMT Howth YC Dinghy Frostbites Spring Series Day 3 Howth YC Dinghy Frostbites Spring Series Day 3 A miserably wet morning turned into a 'must-do' day of crisp racing A miserably wet early morning on Sunday, Jan 18th, turned into a 'must-do' two hours of crisp racing with bright sunshine and 12 - 16 knots of wind laid on for the Howth YC Dinghy Frostbite fleet. by Neil Murphy Posted 19 Jan 15:13 GMT Lanzarote brings together the best youth sailors Lanzarote brings together the best youth sailors ILCA Under 21 World Championships starts today Marina Rubicón, located in the south of the island of Lanzarote, Spain, will host from Monday 19 January until 24 January the ILCA Under 21 World Championships, one of the major events on the international youth sailing calendar. by Lanzarote Sailing Center Posted 19 Jan 11:15 GMT Peter Baines has passed away Peter Baines has passed away A familiar and cherished figure on the River Hamble for many decades Peter Baines, a much-loved and highly respected sailor and shooter from Hamble, has sadly passed away, leaving behind a sailing and shooting community that will feel his absence deeply. by HRSC and XOD class Posted 19 Jan 11:07 GMT Dinghy Show Countdown Dinghy Show Countdown Plus there's a competition well worth entering If it's been in your calendar already, this is your reminder. If not, consider this your nudge! 21-22 February. Farnborough Exhibition Center. Stand E40. It's where the sailing buzz returns. by Rooster Posted 19 Jan 10:00 GMT Final sprint for the Jules Verne Trophy record Final sprint for the Jules Verne Trophy record Sodebo Ultim 3 crosses equator to the northern hemisphere This Monday, January 19th, at 4:20 AM, Thomas Coville, Benjamin Schwartz, Frédéric Denis, Pierre Leboucher, Léonard Legrand, Guillaume Pirouelle, and Nicolas Troussel on Sodebo Ultim 3 crossed the equator and are back in the northern hemisphere. by Mark Jardine / Team Sodebo Posted 19 Jan 08:39 GMT Youth Icicle Series at Bough Beech day 1 Youth Icicle Series at Bough Beech day 1 An impressive fleet of 56 boats attend For the second year running, Bough Beech Sailing Club is hosting an Open Icicle series for youth sailors, as part of its main Frostbite Open throughout January and February. The opening two races were sailed in very light easterly conditions. by Nick Marden Posted 19 Jan 08:24 GMT 2025-26 Australian 18ft skiff Championship overall 2025-26 Australian 18ft skiff Championship overall The Balmain team lift the title after another sensational day's racing The Balmain team of Henry Larkings, Tom Grimes and Lachlan Pryor became the 2025-26 Australian 18ft skiff champions following another sensational day's racing in constantly changing conditions on Sydney Harbour today. by Frank Quealey Posted 19 Jan 07:08 GMT New Vaikobi Gen2 V-Grip Gloves New Vaikobi Gen2 V-Grip Gloves Retaining the proven grip, durability, and feel of Gen1, now with more hand and finger protection Our Gen2 Gloves retain the proven grip, durability, and feel of Gen1, now with more hand and finger protection, and longer wrist cuffs for extra sun and abrasion coverage - with no extra bulk. by Vaikobi Ocean Performance Posted 19 Jan 06:08 GMT VX One Australian National Championship VX One Australian National Championship Mack One wins for the seventh time The VX One National Championship was contested from 13 to 18 January at Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, with 30 teams lining up on Moreton Bay for a demanding week of racing. by Nic Douglass Posted 19 Jan 05:39 GMT NZ ILCA Nationals - GBR and USA win titles - Day 4 NZ ILCA Nationals - GBR and USA win titles - Day 4 Beckett and Reineke crowned champions as gale force winds cancel the final days racing. With a gale warning in place and 45 knot gusts on the course area by 9am there was no question of any racing being possible on the final day on the 2026 NZ ILCA Nationals. by Nick Page Posted 19 Jan 04:53 GMT Raven collects monohull line honours & IMA Trophy Raven collects monohull line honours & IMA Trophy In the RORC Transatlantic Race There were sighs of relief from both the owner and crew of the radical superyacht Raven when, following two and a half years of trials and development, the semi-foiling Baltic 111 this Sunday morning successfully completed her first ever event. by International Maxi Association Posted 19 Jan 00:57 GMT Bough Beech Icicle Series day 3 Bough Beech Icicle Series day 3 Very light and fickle conditions dominated proceedings Round three of the Bough Beech SC Open Icicle series proved a test for both sailors and race team, as very light and fickle conditions dominated proceedings. by Nick Marden Posted 18 Jan 22:42 GMT Speed, Stability and a Transatlantic Race Record Speed, Stability and a Transatlantic Race Record The 34-metre Baltic 111 Raven has rewritten the limits of monohull offshore performance The 34-metre Baltic 111 Raven has rewritten the limits of monohull offshore performance, taking Monohull Line Honours, winning the IMA Transatlantic Trophy, and setting a new monohull race record in the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 18 Jan 22:25 GMT